Steven Lowers
Leicester,Leicesterchire
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proactive approach and a positive attitude, skilled in data-driven decision-making and resourcefulness. Strong belief in training and staff development, coupled with a strong focus on organisational development. Committed to fostering growth and efficiency within teams, aiming to leverage skills for impactful contributions in future roles.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Production & Planning Manager
Power Prove (Sub division of Cressall Resistors)
Leicester, Leicestershire
2022.01 - Current
- Provided training to staff on new production procedures, improving overall efficiency.
- Developed detailed schedules for efficient workflow and increased productivity.
- Facilitated team discussions for improved communication and collaboration.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Championed 6s utilisation within department and Actioned required changed with 6s team.
Production and contracts planner
Cressall Resistors
Leicester, Leicestershire
2017.09 - 2021.12
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, enhancing workflow.
- Established clear communication channels for better project management.
- Utilised project management software and methodologies for execution and monitoring of projects.
- Led stakeholder meetings to align on project goals and timelines.
- Organised and prepared monthly reports and progress records of tasks.
Technical clerk
Cressall Resistors
Leicester, Leicestershire
2012.02 - 2017.09
- Ensured timely updates to design specifications to maintain efficiency.
- Created multi-staged works orders to ensure timely order delivery.
- Liaised effectively between management and shop floor teams for smooth operations.
- Scanned documents to load and store digital data .
Planner/Estimator
Nylacast Limited
Leicester, Leicestershire
2006.07 - 2011.10
- Utilised MRP software to create order estimates for sales quotations from material, labour and resource content.
- Planned material, sub contract and labour requirements prior to order successful quotation.
- Liaised with suppliers to secure best prices for materials and services.
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Business Management
Coventry University
Coventry 2013.09 - 2017.05
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Coventry University
Coventry 2010.01 - 2013.03
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Charles Keene College
Leicester 2001.09 - 2004.07
Skills
- Proactive approach
- Resourcefulness
- Data-driven decision-making
- Training and Staff Development
- Organisational development
- Positive attitude
Affiliations
- Stocks & Shares
- Sport
- DIY
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production & Planning Manager
Power Prove (Sub division of Cressall Resistors)
2022.01 - Current
Production and contracts planner
Cressall Resistors
2017.09 - 2021.12
Master of Science - Engineering Business Management
Coventry University
2013.09 - 2017.05
Technical clerk
Cressall Resistors
2012.02 - 2017.09
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Coventry University
2010.01 - 2013.03
Planner/Estimator
Nylacast Limited
2006.07 - 2011.10
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Charles Keene College
2001.09 - 2004.07